Personal Attention | We provide students with personalized advising and mentorship throughout the program. You will have access to full-time faculty and the DI/MS director (100% with doctorates in their respective fields) who are committed and dedicated to your success in the program and beyond. The DI/MS Director will act as your advisor throughout the program.

Culture of Learning Support | In addition to dedicated faculty invested in your success, your small cohort size guarantees opportunities to connect, learn and share ideas with other students in the program and undergraduate students. The supportive relationships you build will play an important role in your success.

Real Experience | There are many opportunities to gain dietetic-related experience in the Fargo-Moorhead community during your DI/MS supervised practice rotations, or working and volunteering. From schools to local health facilities, the options are many. The DI/MS program director will work closely with you to find the right opportunity based on your interests and academic schedule.

State-of-the-art Facility | Nutrition and Dietetics is housed in the new Integrated Science Center. This multi-functional facility was designed to promote strong communication and engagement between faculty and students. It also provides open, inviting spaces for collaborative learning and comfortable areas for study.

Concordia Values | You will be immersed in the rich, vibrant culture of our Concordia College community. You will gain a true sense of purpose and focus on what it means to Become Responsibly Engaged in the World. Strong, foundational coursework will prepare you to learn, lead and serve with character and compassion.

Strategic Course Work | The curriculum is strategically designed to help you connect theory and practice, and gain relevant experience. Our ACEND-accredited program is designed to be completed in 21 months and provides you with the targeted courses to earn your Master of Science in nutrition. Our program places emphasis on dietetic leadership with skill-building communications and business courses.

CDR Preparation | Your success on the Commission on Dietetic Registration Credentialing (CDR) exam is our goal. To fully prepare and build your confidence for the CDR exam, you will complete an in-depth review of all sections within the exam, take practice tests, and at the end of the program, participate in a two-day comprehensive review.

Master's Capstone Project | The capstone project provides you an opportunity to apply your knowledge of dietetics to research, develop and implement a unique program prior to graduation. You are paired with an expert in the field as your mentor and also work closely with the DI/MS program director for guidance and support. The capstone is an excellent example of your work and valuable when applying for dietitian positions. The capstone experience will validate your leadership skills in the dietetics field.

Program Funding | Thanks to a very generous Concordia alumna and spouse, Janet and George Dahlman, for covering Concordia dietetic interns' registration, airfare and lodging costs to attend the Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE). FNCE will be held in Indianapolis, IN in October 2020.